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10-09-21, 08:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,915
Posted By josephvman

I just got on my Specialized Vado SL this morning...

I just got on my Specialized Vado SL this morning for the first time in a few months. I charged it fully after my last ride and then took it off the charger. I was amazed to see that after a few...
07-28-21, 10:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 327
Posted By josephvman

Thule EasyFold XT2 would work. The only issue...

Thule EasyFold XT2 would work. The only issue might be carrying two bikes if the second is heavy, as the total capacity of the rack is 130lbs. Out of curiosity, what Ebike weights 75lbs? That...
06-03-21, 12:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,092
Posted By josephvman

I love mechanical things, like sports cars and...

I love mechanical things, like sports cars and motorcycles, and the e-bike gives me some of that interaction with a motor. My Turbo Vado SL gives me the ability to push harder and faster than I...
06-01-21, 12:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,196
Posted By josephvman

Check out a Specialized Turbo Vado SL. The...

Check out a Specialized Turbo Vado SL. The biggest negative is price, but it's in your budget. I have the 5.0 EQ model and love it. Very natural feel to it with assist that's seamless but...
05-24-21, 12:03 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 32,486
Posted By josephvman

I haven't read through this entire thread, so...

I haven't read through this entire thread, so forgive me if this has been covered, but in most states you can legally ride a 50cc scooter without a motorcycle license, and these will go much faster...
05-24-21, 11:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 864
Posted By josephvman

My Specialized has their own built-in "Future...

My Specialized has their own built-in "Future Shock" stem suspension, but I added the Redshift suspension seatpost, and it's fantastic. If their suspension stem is as well-designed and built as the...
05-19-21, 08:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,277
Posted By josephvman

I checked that out on their website and didn't...

I checked that out on their website and didn't care for it at all. It uses velcro closures to secure the wheels, and from what I can see there's nothing to stop someone with a wrench or set of...
05-10-21, 01:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,277
Posted By josephvman

I just bought the Thule EasyFold XT 2 and that...

I just bought the Thule EasyFold XT 2 and that was the ramp I was going to suggest. It does have a total capacity of 130lbs, which is plenty for me since I've got a Specialized Turbo Vado SL that's...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-07, 04:30 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,241
Posted By josephvman

Watches (mainly Panerai's and Rolex sport...

Watches (mainly Panerai's and Rolex sport models), guitars, and weird Ferrari stuff. Used to collect (more like accumulate) air-cooled BMW motorcycles. I never really thought of myself as a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-07, 09:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,147
Posted By josephvman

I've got the same dimensions (5'11", 33" inseam),...

I've got the same dimensions (5'11", 33" inseam), and a 56cm Roubaix (compact frame) fits me like a glove. I would still test ride everything you can before you make a decision.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-07, 11:23 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,798
Posted By josephvman

+1! For a poor college kid a windfall could mean...

+1! For a poor college kid a windfall could mean a $200 tax refund! Just seems like yesterday...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-07, 04:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 528
Posted By josephvman

Carbon shoes that take SPD mtb pedals for g/f?

I was going to buy my g/f a pair of Specialized Carbon Pro's, which I have and love, but she using SPD cleats (not SL's, but the mtb style pedals). She likes her pedals and won't switch to an SPD-SL...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-07, 07:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,471
Posted By josephvman

+1 I would think you could set any trainer...

+1

I would think you could set any trainer up to where you're generating the same watts (and burning the same calories) as you would with one mile on the road. I know for a fact that the way I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-07, 08:19 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,733
Posted By josephvman

+1 Great post! I'm a motorcyclist too, and...

+1

Great post! I'm a motorcyclist too, and find the cornering techniques used are basically the same as cycling. Here are a couple of my favorite motorcycle books that I think you might find...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-07, 04:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 721
Posted By josephvman

Congrats! I've got the exact same bike and it...

Congrats! I've got the exact same bike and it has been great, except for the crap Shimano wheels. I'm curious to see how you like the Fulcrums, as trying to decide between Neuvation's, Ksyrium...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-07, 09:12 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 10,477
Posted By josephvman

+1 It's all about fit. I use Specialized...

+1

It's all about fit. I use Specialized Carbon Pro's and swear by them, but everyone's foot is different. I switched from a cheapish (around $120) pair of Sidi's, and the difference is night...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-07, 11:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,348
Posted By josephvman

Killer garage door!

Killer garage door!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-07, 10:49 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,594
Posted By josephvman

As far as sports/hobbies go, cycling is pretty...

As far as sports/hobbies go, cycling is pretty inexpensive. A few thousand dollars buys you a bunch of gear and an excellent, near state-of-the-art bicycle from one of the major players like Trek or...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-07, 09:31 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 10,035
Posted By josephvman

+1 Make him that offer and you'll find out...

+1

Make him that offer and you'll find out pretty quickly if he's got a legit complaint about the bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-07, 02:48 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 20,617
Posted By josephvman

Investment? Which bikes are good investments? ...

Investment? Which bikes are good investments?

It sounds like an unfortunate, fluke incident with the Cervelo, but it also sounds largely cosmetic, just expensive to fix. I think if the minor...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-06, 04:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,733
Posted By josephvman

I had a Toupe for a few hundred miles, and it was...

I had a Toupe for a few hundred miles, and it was okay once I got used to it. I decided to swap back to the Avatar gel that came on my Roubaix, and see what I had given up in comfort. It turned out...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-06, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,019
Posted By josephvman

Love mine, best piece of gear I've bought!

Love mine, best piece of gear I've bought!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-06, 03:58 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,090
Posted By josephvman

Are you on advrider.com? I've got an R1200GS,...

Are you on advrider.com? I've got an R1200GS, and it's a great web site for GS guys.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-06, 03:54 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,090
Posted By josephvman

John, I ride an R1200GS, and have recently...

John,

I ride an R1200GS, and have recently cleared the garage of a number of aircooled boxers (had 3 R100RS's). One of my friends here at work just got an R1200GS Adventure, and he's a serious...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-06, 03:34 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,358
Posted By josephvman

Just rolled over 1300 miles, but I started in May...

Just rolled over 1300 miles, but I started in May when I bought my Roubaix. I'm kind of proud of that, considering I work 60+ hours a week, and fit in 3-4 nights a week at the gym, play soccer 1-2...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-06, 12:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 606
Posted By josephvman

I would also try a full-carbon frame, like a...

I would also try a full-carbon frame, like a Roubaix Comp or Tarmac, just to see what a full carbon frame feels like compared to the Allez, and get a comparison of a "comfort" geometry (Roub.) v. a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-06, 11:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,041
Posted By josephvman

Congrats! With regard to your budget, I think...

Congrats! With regard to your budget, I think you're making in the right choice to buy what you really want. It's always cheaper in the long run to buy what you want, even if you push the budget,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-06, 08:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,862
Posted By josephvman

Yeah, but your wallet is lighter with carbon...

Yeah, but your wallet is lighter with carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-06, 04:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,629
Posted By josephvman

To me it seems like you've got more of a fit and...

To me it seems like you've got more of a fit and foot position issue than anything a carbon sole is going to resolve. I'd second the recommendation of the Specialized insoles as a good place to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-06, 12:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,059
Posted By josephvman

My g/f has Ventos on her Bianchi Corsa, and they...

My g/f has Ventos on her Bianchi Corsa, and they are definitely some sexy wheels! Great looking ride!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-06, 05:38 PM
Replies: 324
Views: 26,454
Posted By josephvman

Vitamin, are you on Ferrarichat.com? I've got an...

Vitamin, are you on Ferrarichat.com? I've got an '89 328GTB, but it's having it's major service done. It's a good thing I work for a F-dealer, as the parts cost alone at retail was more than a new...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-06, 05:30 PM
Replies: 324
Views: 26,454
Posted By josephvman

That's funny, I've got the same car, and the same...

That's funny, I've got the same car, and the same motorcycle in the background of your pic (BMW R1200GS)!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-06, 10:02 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 7,954
Posted By josephvman

Or, if inside the house, make sure you can...

Or, if inside the house, make sure you can clearly see the plasma hanging on the wall and the $9k speakers in the background!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 05:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,854
Posted By josephvman

Resurrecting a lost thread here! I guess...

Resurrecting a lost thread here!

I guess logically that doesn't make much sense, until you throw the aerodynamic advantage in there. At my typical cruising speed in the low 20's, picking up 5-10%...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 04:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,833
Posted By josephvman

I use a product called Plexus plastic cleaner: ...

I use a product called Plexus plastic cleaner: http://www.plexusplasticcleaner.com/about.html

I first starting using it on my motorcycles, and it works great on carbon fiber. It leaves a nice...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-06, 12:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 908
Posted By josephvman

I just bought a pair of Pro Carbon's, but I'd buy...

I just bought a pair of Pro Carbon's, but I'd buy another pair TODAY if I could get that orange/white! Those are too cool.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-06, 11:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 406
Posted By josephvman

Trainer

I have a crazy schedule, 60-plus hours a week at the office, and very little riding time. At best, I can squeeze in one 30 mile ride a week out on the road. One of my problems is that I'm right in...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-06, 11:12 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,160
Posted By josephvman

Do you carry the soapbox on your rides? Does it...

Do you carry the soapbox on your rides? Does it slow you down? Don't you think people should be free to believe what they want? You'd probably be happier if you stopped listening to the news and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-06, 08:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,650
Posted By josephvman

I've got one of the "Joe Blows' at REI too, and...

I've got one of the "Joe Blows' at REI too, and it has been great so far. I'm sure the Silca is very good too, but REI told me that they would do lifetime warranty exchange on the Joe Blow for...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-06, 02:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 359
Posted By josephvman

I don't know if you live near an REI store, but...

I don't know if you live near an REI store, but they offer monthly classes on bicycle maintenance. The one here in Houston has a beginner's class, and then the following week they have two...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-06, 05:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 282
Posted By josephvman

"Buzzing" feet with carbon sole

I recently switched from Sidi's with plastic soles to the Specialized Carbon shoes, which are fantastic as far as fit, and after around 800 miles in them I don't seem to have any problems with my...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-06, 10:03 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,958
Posted By josephvman

First off, if you have to swing wide right before...

First off, if you have to swing wide right before you make a left-hand turn, you didn't have the correct line for the corner to begin with. Unless of course you're trying to be slow and sloppy.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-06, 06:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,958
Posted By josephvman

We're not in complete disagreement here, but to...

We're not in complete disagreement here, but to initiate the turn you have to countersteer the bars. Moving your shoulders or head might get the bike to turn, but it's only doing so by increasing...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-06, 11:50 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,958
Posted By josephvman

You steer a bike the same way you steer a...

You steer a bike the same way you steer a motorcycle, by countersteering. To make the bike go right, you push on the right bar, which turns the wheel slightly left, causing the bike to fall into a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-06, 09:03 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,854
Posted By josephvman

It's easier for me to focus when in the drops...

It's easier for me to focus when in the drops too. On the hoods I look around too much, my mind wanders and I stop paying attention to smoothness. I've found that in the flat stuff (which is pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-06, 12:39 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 2,444
Posted By josephvman

So I'm guessing the Weber grill makes me a Fred?

So I'm guessing the Weber grill makes me a Fred?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-06, 09:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,714
Posted By josephvman

I've never owned a titanium frame, but I have...

I've never owned a titanium frame, but I have owned a number of titanium watches (Panerai's) with brushed finishes, and they're big watches that are always getting knocked around and marked. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-06, 09:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 947
Posted By josephvman

I've always done well on guitars, but I stick...

I've always done well on guitars, but I stick with old classic Fenders. Ducati's, on the other hand....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-06, 05:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,024
Posted By josephvman

I've been trying to hold back, but I can't do it...

I've been trying to hold back, but I can't do it any longer. I've been on a lot of internet forums, for all kinds of esoteric, and generally expensive pursuits and hobbies. These include sites for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-06, 04:06 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,746
Posted By josephvman

Saying "hi" is hardly conversation. If you can't...

Saying "hi" is hardly conversation. If you can't managed to acknowledge another human being who in fact you at least share one thing in common with, you're probably a ******..at best.
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